GitHub - TeamNewPipe/NewPipe: A libre lightweight streaming front-end for Android.
2 months ago
- #privacy
- #media-streaming
- #open-source
- NewPipe is undergoing a major codebase rewrite for modernization and stability.
- Nightly builds are available for download; contributions should target the refactor branch.
- The app is in beta, so users may encounter bugs and are encouraged to report them via GitHub.
- NewPipe supports multiple services including YouTube, PeerTube, Bandcamp, SoundCloud, and media.ccc.de.
- YouTube is the best-supported service, but help is needed for improving support for others like SoundCloud and PeerTube.
- NewPipe fetches data from official APIs or parses websites, requiring no user accounts.
- The app is open-source, avoiding proprietary libraries like Google Play Services.
- Features include 4K video playback, background audio, popup mode, live streams, subtitles, and more.
- Users can subscribe to channels, get notifications, manage channel groups, and browse video feeds.
- Installation options include F-Droid, GitHub APKs, or building from source, with recommendations for most users.
- Data backup and restore is advised when switching installation methods.
- Contributions are welcome in various forms, including ideas, translations, design, and code.
- Donations are accepted, preferably via Liberapay, to support the project.
- NewPipe prioritizes privacy, collecting no data without consent, with a detailed privacy policy available.
- Licensed under GNU GPLv3+, allowing free use, modification, and distribution.